Ingredients

  • 2 lb. zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 medium clove garlic, minced or put through a press
  • 1 Tbsp. safflower or vegetable oil
  • 3 c. vegetable stock
  • 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
  • sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
  • lemon juice to taste
  • 1/4 c. plain yogurt (for garnish)

Method

  • Steam zucchini 10 minutes.
  • Saute onion and garlic in oil until tender.
  • Remove zucchini from heat; refresh it under cold water. Set aside 12 rounds of zucchini; puree the rest along with the onion and garlic in a food processor or food mill, using some of the stock to moisten.
  • Pour into soup pot along with stock and stir together.
  • Reheat over medium heat and stir in dill and lemon juice.
  • Season to taste.
  • Garnish each bowl with a dollop of yogurt and 3 rounds of zucchini.